SHBG is a glycoprotein, produced mostly by the liver and is released into the bloodstream. The gene for SHBG is called Shbg located on chromosome 17 on the short arm between the bands 17p12→p13. It binds to two sex hormones, namely androgen and estrogen.

What is it used for?

SHBG protein is an important marker for measurement of testosterone levels, liver diseases, pregnancy and hyperthyroidism.

YBL rSHBG salient features

Purity percentage: >95% purity for rSHBG was observed and purity profile was checked using SDS-PAGE.

Stability data: rSHBG is stable for >2 years at -70°C in accelerated stability study.